2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Freestar | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
